Reference guides
to turn landlords
into tax experts.
Property income tax guidesHow much tax will I pay on my rental income?
There are complicated calculations behind rental income.
Allowable costs against rental income?
It’s one of the most common questions we get asked and it’s understandable why.
Self assessment - how it works
How does Self assessment work – let us explain by way of example.
Capital gains tax guidesHow to work out your Capital Gains Tax
In 2008, the calculation of Capital Gains was simplified as this article explains.
How to work out for non residents
If you dispose of a dwelling in the UK, you are liable to tax on the Capital Gain.
Types of ownership
Sole ownership, Joint ownership, Common ownership, How to save CGT.
Non-resident tax guidesAre you a non-resident landlord?
Under the statutory residence test, you first need to determine whether or not you are resident in the UK in a legal sense.
Self assessment overseas landlords
A non-resident landlords’ managing agent or tenant in the UK has a duty to deduct tax at the basic rate and remit it to HMRC, the UK tax authority.
Penalties for late filing or payment
You should file your return on time and pay tax on time. Failure to do so not only increases your risk of any HMRC an enquiry but can also incur penalties and interest.
Limited companies guidesShould I be a limited company?
Properties can be held in either in individual names or in a limited company.
Changes affecting non-resident landlord companies
HMRC is planning to bring all UK and non-UK property owners on to the same tax schemes. What does that mean for you?
Limited companies and BTL properties
Whether you should own property through a limited company depends on so many factors particular to your circumstances and personal objectives.
Stamp duty land tax
What are the 3% and 2% Stampy Duty surcharges and who pays them?
Stamp duty rates for UK Individuals
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) for those with property in England and Northern Ireland.
Stamp duty rates for non-resident individuals only
Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is a tax charged on the purchase or acquisition of property or land over a certain price.
Inheritance tax - a brief summary
Here we outline what Inheritance tax means for you as a property owner.
What is inheritance tax?
A detailed run through of what IHT is and how it works.
Property Family Investment Company and Inheritance Tax
Reducing the taxable value in your estate given, the unavailability of Business Property Relief on residential property is a major concern for landlords.
Other property taxes guidesClaiming back VAT
Aimed at renovators and developers, the urban regeneration scheme is quite often overlooked.
Should I be registered for VAT?
If you are only letting our residential property and you only have PAYE income and or investment income you cannot register for VAT.
Inheritance tax - a brief summary
Here we outline what Inheritance tax means for you as a property owner.
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